For hoteliers across Europe, attracting direct bookings is key to building a profitable business. However, the reliance on costly payment methods like credit cards can significantly reduce margins. What if you could offer your guests a simpler, more cost-effective way to pay, directly from their bank account?
Zitlin is excited to introduce SEPA payments for our booking engine, a feature designed specifically for the European market. Now, you can accept direct bank transfers seamlessly, giving your guests two convenient ways to pay: via a scannable SEPA QR code or a traditional wire transfer.
The Power of SEPA for Direct Bookings
The Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA) allows for fast, secure, and low-cost bank transfers across Europe. By integrating this into your direct booking process, you can bypass high credit card fees and offer a payment method trusted by millions.
How Zitlin's SEPA Integration Works
We've made the process incredibly simple for both you and your guests. After a guest makes a reservation through your Zitlin booking engine, they have two options for payment:
1. Instant SEPA QR Code Payment
For the ultimate convenience, guests can choose to pay via QR code.
- A unique SEPA QR code is generated upon booking.
- The guest scans the code with their banking app.
- All your hotel's details—IBAN, BIC, beneficiary name, and the exact booking amount—are automatically pre-filled in their app.
- The guest simply authorizes the payment. It's fast, secure, and eliminates any chance of manual entry errors.
2. Manual Wire Transfer
For guests who prefer a more traditional approach:
- Your hotel's full bank details (IBAN, BIC, and bank name) are clearly displayed on the booking confirmation page and email.
- Guests can then log into their online banking or visit their bank to initiate the SEPA wire transfer at their convenience.
Key Benefits for Your Hotel
- Reduce Transaction Costs: SEPA transfers are significantly cheaper than credit card transactions, meaning you keep more of your revenue.
- Increase Direct Bookings: Offer a familiar and trusted payment option for European guests, encouraging them to book directly on your website.
- Simplify Reconciliation: Payments are deposited directly into your bank account, making accounting straightforward.
- Enhance Guest Experience: Provide a modern, flexible, and secure payment process that caters to guest preferences.
Embrace the Future of Hotel Payments in Europe
Stop letting high commission fees eat into your profits. With Zitlin's booking engine and integrated SEPA payments, you can offer a superior booking experience, reduce costs, and take full control of your revenue.